Biochemistry, Moleculary Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology
Scientists in the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Entomology and Plant Pathology conducts research focused on topics of concern to agriculture in Mississippi, the Southern region and the nation. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology faculty work on projects with corn, cotton, rice, livestock, biofuels and fruits. Entomology and Plant Pathology faculty members conducts basic and applied research dealing with the systematics, biology and management of agricultural and forest pests. Faculty in both departments also work on projects associated with human health in environmental toxicology, pharmacology, and plant diseases.
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The black soldier fly, which turns agricultural waste into viable protein that can be used in feed for livestock such as chickens, may help fight food insecurity. John Schn...
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MAFES scientists are harnessing artificial intelligence for real-time integrated weed control. Drs. Wes Lowe, Daniel Chesser, and Brian Pieralisi conducted a study funded b...
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As a molecular biologist, Dr. Florencia Meyer, a scientist in the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, hopes to unlock molecular secrets about the micr...
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The most common garden vegetable is also a staple in research laboratories at Mississippi State. From herbicide tolerance to gene modification, tomatoes are being studied t...
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In the midSouth, early-season pest management is a significant challenge to farmers. For insects, relatively mild winters combined with long, productive growing seasons cre...
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Insect pressure in the field has long been a problem for row crop producers. Additionally, insects can damage stored grain, which can be a huge nuisance for farmers and gra...
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Currently, the Magnolia State is experiencing its worst pine beetle outbreak in more than 30 years with more than 4,000 spots throughout the state's forests infested with t...
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In the world of turf science, mysterious brown spots provide a peek at the multitude of bacteria and fungi that live within our lawns. Dr. Maria Tomaso-Peterson, a MAFES re...
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